Minute by Minute: Earthquake in Colombia Leaves 132 Dead; Search Efforts Continue
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia on Monday, resulting in at least 169 fatalities and over 660 injuries, as reported by the Colombian Geological Service. The city of Cali, located in the Risaralda department, has been identified as the area with the highest death toll. Other severely impacted cities include Pereira, Quibdó, Manizales, and Armenia. In response to the disaster, several airports in central and western Colombia have suspended operations. Rescue and search efforts are ongoing as authorities continue to assess the situation and provide assistance to affected communities.
AI summary · Source: Telemundo McAllen (KTLM) →
